India's film scene is buzzing—from epic previews to high-stakes release strategies.
Ramayan Introduction Glimpse Goes Global
The recently released teaser for Namit Malhotra's Ramayan didn't just set India abuzz—it made waves worldwide. Early reactions praise its cinematic scale and visual ambition, marking one of the year's biggest viral moments.
The teaser has been viewed in over 120 countries and translated into 15 languages.
Hera Pheri 3 Conflict Resolved
Rumors that Paresh Rawal would step away from Hera Pheri 3 have been quashed. Producer Sajid Nadiadwala and director Ahmed Khan reportedly mediated between Rawal and filmmaker Priyadarshan, leading to Rawal's return—and even an apology to the director.
Priyadarshan's Upcoming Projects
Prior to this, Priyadarshan wrapped Bhoot Bangla with Akshay Kumar and Rawal and is now preparing an edge‑of‑your‑seat thriller titled Haiwaan (shooting begins August 2025, release in 2026).
Hera Pheri 3 Schedule
Hera Pheri 3 filming will follow Priyadarshan's current commitments.
Salman Khan's Battle of Galwan Motion Poster
A striking motion poster for Salman Khan's Battle of Galwan hints at a serious dramatic turn for the star. Centered on the 2020 standoff fought without a single shot fired, the image features Khan's intense gaze and notably, no weapon—underscoring the film's focus on raw performance.
Industry insiders predict this could be Khan's most critically acclaimed performance since Sultan.
August Showdown: War 2 vs. Coolie
War 2
- Secured exclusive IMAX runs for two weeks post-release
- Opening on nearly 9,000 screens in India
- Sold Telugu rights for ₹90 crore
- Rare Hrithik Roshan & Jr NTR frame exclusive to theaters
Coolie
- New poster promotes IMAX experience despite no allocation
- Also mentions D-Box and 4DX formats
- Potential IMAX branding rules violation
- Could signal private agreement with theaters
This box office clash is predicted to be the biggest of 2025 with combined budgets exceeding ₹500 crore.
